Sermons on Wedding Of The Lamb:

Brotherhood

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 8, 2023

The brother of the prodigal son, the good brother, is jealous.

“It’s not fair!” Avner kicked the kicked the fencepost where the calf now sizzling on the spit had been tethered not an hour before. “It’s just not fair. That brat has been spoiled rotten ever since he was born. I used to think some demon must have switched babies in the crib, how Abba and Eema ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When Christians Try To Predict The Future Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Nov 7, 2024

The ancient phrase "examine the liver" tells of a Babylonian way to try to predict the future. We can shake our head at that, but there's a way we do the same thing today.

“EXAMINE THE LIVER”: This was an ancient Babylonian process to try to discern the future. - Ezekiel 21:21. - I’m quite confident that I’ve never heard a sermon on this obscure phrase in this obscure corner of the Bible, but I think it’s interesting and sets up an important point about prophecy ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 21:18-27

Denomination: Baptist

Anticipate The Fulfillment Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 23, 2024

We can Anticipate the fulfillment of God’s promises in three ways as we see how the 1) Shepherds hear the News (Luke 2:8-12), 2) Heavenly Hosts Rejoice (Luke 2:13-14) and finally how the 3) Shepherds See and Share (Luke 2:15-20)

As we have been singing various carols tonight, many ring with the theme of anticipation. The season of Advent, beginning four Sundays before Christmas is the season of the church year that emphasizes the anticipation of the first coming of Christ to this earth. His coming as the Messiah was first ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Other

The Prodigal Son PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 5, 2024

This sermon explores the lessons from the parable of the Prodigal Son, focusing on prudent resource use, choosing good companions, and the importance of prompt righteousness. Key

Welcome, dear brothers and sisters, to this blessed gathering where we come together in unity and love to share in the wisdom of God's word. It warms my heart to see each of you here today, ready to receive, ready to grow, and ready to be transformed by the life-changing power of the Gospel. In the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Topics: Forgiveness, Sin

Humility PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 11, 2024

Emphasizes the importance of humility in our lives, encouraging us to honor God through our humility and recognize our place in His grand design.

Good morning, beloved! I am thrilled to be in your presence today as we gather around God's word, preparing to feast on the divine wisdom it offers. Today, we find ourselves in the heart of the gospel of Luke, chapter 14, a chapter that speaks directly to our hearts, challenging us, comforting us, ...read more

Topics: Humility

Veiled Majesty

Contributed by Andy Almendarez on Apr 4, 2004

For the believer, Passover both illustrates and embodies our salvation.

Veiled Majesty Luke 19:29, 41, 45; Revelations 19 Joyous pilgrims from all over the world thronged Jerusalem for Passover, the holy day – the Feast of Redemption. Jerusalem’s streets were transformed into an animated collage of ethnic sights, sounds and smells. As it is today, the Passover was a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:29-45, Revelation 19:1-21

Denomination: Holiness

Come, Lord Jesus

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

1. Today we finish our journey through the book of Revelation.

1. Today we finish our journey through the book of Revelation. We first look again at a description of our eternal dwelling place and then we consider the epilogue or summation of the book, including our response. 2. John is shown more of the city, the New Jerusalem which as we said represents ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Lesson 11: Faith Tested

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 11, 2003

Abraham’s Journey of Faith

A. INTRODUCTION: GENESIS 22:1 1. What were the four great trials of separation in Abraham’s life? a. Family. "Get thee out of the country, and from thy kindred" (12:1). b. Lot/Nephew. "Separate thyself from me" (13:9). c. Ishmael. "Cast out this bondwoman and her son" (21:10). d. Isaac. "Take thy ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"How To Be Thankful In Hard Times" Series

Contributed by Danny Moss on Nov 17, 2005

This message encourages all of us to thank God even in the midst of difficult times.

"How To Be Thankful In Hard Times" "And He took the cup, and gave thanks..." "And He took bread and gave thanks..." Luke 22:17 & 19 Introduction- Notice that the words which I just read were spoken by our Lord & Savior, Jesus Christ, in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Song Of Moses Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jun 12, 2008

It’s the first song on record [not cd!]. And it’s a song of salvation. Moses leads and all Israel echoes. Israel moves from PANIC to PRAISE! Link inc. to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint.

The Song of Moses Exodus 15:1-19 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/SongOfMoses.html It’s the first song on record [not cd!]. And it’s a song of salvation. Moses leads and all Israel echoes. Toward the end of his life Moses sings again, but this time it’s a solo and he dies shortly thereafter. And ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Sin

Contributed by Timothy Finch on Mar 14, 2006

This is a topical exploration of the affects of sin on a person.

Sin I. Effects of sin. A. Enslavement (Romans 6:17 & Romans 8:2). B. Flight from reality. 1. We are unwilling to face the consequences of our sins. a. this includes the reality of death to all (Hebrews 9:27). b. now we say that people “pass away” rather than die. 2. Romans ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:17

Denomination: Baptist

Redeemed From The Curse

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Apr 5, 2007

Paul’s explanation of Christ’s removal of the curse by hanging on the cross

Intro: as you read the blessings of Deuteronomy 28 you find that God was willing to bless His people if they obeyed the laws of God. But in their failing to fulfill the laws of God, God pronounced many curses for disobedience to the law. These curses were terrible, if you read the entire list. The ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:13-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Witness And The Word Series

Contributed by Tim White on Apr 14, 2009

John the Baptist testified of Jesus Christ. His message was special because it was about a special topic, God in the flesh.

The Witness and the Word John 1:6-8, 15-36 * Overview of John the Baptist. A cousin of Jesus. Their mothers were cousins. * Luke 1 describes how Zacharias, a priest, and his wife, Elizabeth, were good folks, but childless and older. * An angel appeared to Zacharias during his rotation of burning ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-36, Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Baptist

Sealed In Eternity

Contributed by C Vincent on Jul 6, 2009

The Holy Spirit seals us in Christ.

Sealed in Eternity Heb 13:20 (The message) May God, who puts all things together, makes all things whole, Who made a lasting mark through the sacrifice of Jesus, the sacrifice of blood that sealed the eternal covenant, Who led Jesus, our Great Shepherd, up and alive from the dead, Eph 1:13 In ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:20, Ephesians 1:13, Esther 8:8, Revelation 9:4, Revelation 13:17, Revelation 14:1, Revelation 22:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Rightly Obsrving The Lord's Supper

Contributed by Tim Huie on Apr 23, 2008

When we celebrate communion, it must be done with the right attitudes and purposes if it is to honor Jesus.

. Illus of footwashing in Alabama town • Several churches got together once a year to do it • Got out of hand- carnival, drunkenness, sex, rowdiness • Have to hire extra policemen each year • Started good, degenerated into something sinful. 2. Same thing had happened in Corinth. Lord’s supper was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: Baptist